Production Operator Electrical Helper
Resume:
Chad W. Erwin
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Journeyman Electrician
Certified Journeyman Electrical with commercial and residential experience focused on quality and safety. Adept in performing electrical installations, maintenance and repairs in homes and plant facilities; knowledgeable in all areas of the national electrical code; and excel at analyzing and solving problems with various electrical controls and systems.
Education
Alexandria Electrical Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee
ITT Technical Institute, Baton Rouge, LA
Computer Electronics Engineering Technology
Roustabout Training Program through Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc., Morgan City, LA (August 2008)
Three months F.L.I.R. (Forward Looking Infra Red) Technician school through the United States Navy, Virginia Beach, VA (May-July 2003)
Six months Electronics Technician school through the United States Navy, Pensacola, FL (March-August 2000)
Twic Card
Work Experience
Valaris PLC Electrician (May-2022-Present)
Performs maintenance and repair of electrical components through out the rig for planned and unplanned maintenance on drilling equipment, mud motors, top drives, cranes, HVAC systems, refrigeration, generators and lighting through out the rig.
Prioritizes maintenance tasks assigned on safety & environmental critical equipment/systems
Ensures that sufficient spares are maintained onboard, in conjunction with the Chief Electrician and Electrical/Electronic Supervisor
Performs daily visual inspections of equipment; prevents/rectifies actual and potential malfunctions, and reports potentially dangerous conditions to the Chief Electrician.
Clearly and accurately communicates work status at end of shift and end of hitch handovers.
Participates in safety meetings and other MODU safety programs.
Ensures all electrical tools and equipment are kept in safe working order.
Follows correct lock-out, tag-out procedures.
Eliminates all electrical hazards as they are identified.
Follows the provisions of the National Electrical Code, USCG, HSE, Fire Prevention Codes and other regulations that may apply.
Lombardi Electric (August 2020-May2022)
Industrial Electrician
Provide assistance to interdepartmental personnel; machinists, re-builders and mechanics. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested
Performs preventive maintenance on machinery, equipment and control circuitry to insure proper operation. Makes necessary adjustments or repairs
Investigate, recommend and execute modifications to improve existing equipment performance
Make recommendations to improve equipment operation/efficiency, reduce maintenance costs and improve maintenance service to customers
Operating mobile equipment, including forklift trucks, lifts, and booms to assist with all production work
Performing work requiring extensive knowledge of electrical schematics, including electronic theory and principles
Evaluate potential risks to similar processes and develop work orders and plans to resolve issue
H&P drilling (August 2019-April 2020)
Field Electrician
Perform job duties with no supervision, while maintaining west Texas H&P rigs
Troubleshooting plc’s on top drives and inside plc cabinets for downtime issues
Supervise the plugging and unplugging of all cables from the VFD house to the rig floor
Maintaining electrical components on the diesel generators
Troubleshooting A1000 rectifiers inside the VFD houses
Install, repair, and maintain electrical systems in accordance with National Electric Code
Run tests on electrical components to ensure a safe and effective installation
Inspect electrical systems and equipment for any damage, malfunctions, and safety hazards
Understanding 3rd party customer requirements
Communicate any issues to supervisor, and discuss options and scheduling
Record time and costs and create invoices on tablet
Knowledge of job site safety rules and regulations (OSHA)
Miller Electric (August 2018-August 2019)
Journeyman Electrician
• Electrical Systems & Controls
• Installations & Maintenance
• Running conduit according to blueprints
• Generators & Transformers
• Switches & Circuit Breakers
• Electrical Code, Safety & QA
• Wiring Diagrams
• Testing Instruments
• Blueprints & Schematics
Alexandria Electrical Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (August 2016- May 2019)
Journeyman/Wireman
• Install and repair building electrical systems
• Arrange wiring, fixtures, and conduit boxes in prep for installations
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and fixtures problems
• Obtain precision measurements such as volt and ohm readings
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and diagrams
• Crawl into tight spaces, onto ladders and into attics to complete projects
• NEC codes and codebook
• Worked on programmable logic controls (PLCs) and data communication
Woodgroup PSN (July 2015-November 2015) (April 2016)
Production Operator
• Followed QA programs to maintain safety, operated machinery as instructed
• Performed basic and routine electronic assembly operations
• Managed inventory cycle counting, cleaned and maintained equipment
Transocean (August 2011-April 2015)
Roustabout/ Electrical Helper
Utilizing appropriate company procedures for all lifting operations
Assisting in the maintenance of the crane, rig’s machinery and equipment
Using correct tools and following safety procedures
Performing regular steel preparation and painting to maintain the unit
Ensuring that approved rig operating procedures are adhered to at all times
Reporting all unsafe activities, situations, and potential hazards to supervisor
Inspected all electrical gear and systems on a regular basis as required.
Installed new electrical oil rig equipment and repaired malfunctions.
Performed testing and troubleshooting on facility power appliances regulators and switchgear.
Maintained records of preventive maintenance checks.
Formed circuits by connecting wires to components and fixtures.
Validated and tested oil rig systems regularly and as required.
Robert Erwin Paint & Contractor, Alexandria, LA (June 2009-August 2011)
Foreman
Supervises painters; plans and organizes work and evaluates staff performance
Completes time sheets, accident reports, and work orders
Sets schedules of work to be accomplished
Coordinates work with contractors insuring it is completed according to agreement
Inspects facilities for needed maintenance; trains others in painting methods and
Maintains a safe working environment
Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc. (August 2008 – May 2009)
Roustabout
Keeping hand tools properly maintained,
Preparing cargo for lifts, operating air hoist, assisting in the care and protection of drill pipes
Painting, assisting as directed during rig moves and anchor handling operations
Alert Control Technologies, Lafayette, LA (January 2006 – June 2008)
Field Technician
Installing and troubleshooting for the following: Multi Channel Configuration Safety System, Remote Telemetry System, solar power units, and telephone dialer systems
Robert Erwin Paint & Contractor, Alexandria, LA (January 2004-January 2006)
Paint Crew Member
Examine and maintain painted exterior and interior painted surfaces, trimming and fixtures
Prepare surfaces and apply paints, stains, shading stains, and clear finishes
Remove previous paint by means of sandblasting, scraping, sanding
Operate and maintain high pressure low volume spray machines
Clean up job site after work and return equipment and tools
Maintain a clean work environment
Follow established protection procedure
United States Navy, Virginia Beach, VA (January 2000 – January 2004)
Aviation Electronics Technician
Troubleshooting and rewiring of F/A-18 military jets to obtain flight mission success
Electronic maintenance consisting of bore sighting the radar package, the H.U.D. (Heads Up Displays), and the F.L.I.R. pods
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